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- The American Cancer Society (ACS): Is the recognized information site for, as the ACS states it; “Saving lives by helping people stay well, get well, find cures, & fight back”. www.cancer.org
- Better Business Bureau (BBB): BBB ensures that high standards for trust are set and maintained. We exist so consumers and businesses alike have an unbiased source to guide them on matters of trust. We provide educational information and expert advice that is free of charge and easily accessible. www.bbb.org
- Know Cancer: A website dedicated to connecting, educating and empowering all people affected by the many forms of cancer. The site provides an online community that facilitates social and professional support to patients and their loved ones. www.knowcancer.com
- Susan G. Komen for the Cure (Komen): Komen has become the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world. www.komen.org
- LIVESTRONG: Provides support to guide people through the cancer experience, bring them together to fight cancer—and work for a world in which our fight is no longer necessary. www.livestrong.org
- National Institutes of Health (NIH): NIH’s mission is to seek fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce the burdens of illness and disability. NIH is the best source of federal and privately funded clinical trials. www.nih.gov
- Cancer Connect: This resource website designed to help patients and their families connect with others who understand what you are going through and can offer valuable insight. Whether having recently been diagnosed with cancer or have a loved one that is going through treatment, you can find patients and caregivers who offer inspiration and with whom you can share support. www.news.cancerconnect.com
- Cancer Patients Thrive Magazine (Thrive): This is a quarterly magazine designed to inform and empower cancer patients, their friends, and families. Each issue includes diverse topics that address an integrative approach to winning the fight against cancer—from the latest in clinical research, nutrition, and mind-body to relevant naturopathic therapies and the role of spirituality and faith. Articles highlight patients’ courage and inspiration and bring to light advances in research and treatment, as well as recipes and tips that will improve quality of life during treatment. Thrive is distributed to physician offices, oncology clinics, support groups, and home delivery. www.cfthrive.com
- Coping With Cancer Magazine (Coping): This magazine written by and for the cancer community with help from its editors, draws from a wide variety of professionals sharing their knowledge and experience in easy-to-read, relevant articles, and patients, caregivers, and survivors share their strategies for coping. Each issue contains the latest news, FDA updates, resource lists, and exclusive interviews with celebrity cancer survivors. www.copingmag.com
- Cure Magazine (Cure): This magazine launched in 2002 for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers, has become the largest consumer magazine in the United States focused entirely on cancer. Since its inception, CURE has expanded to reflect the entire cancer continuum, including supportive care issues and long-term and late effects. www.curetoday.com
- Gilda’s Club: This organization is committed to creating welcoming communities of free support for everyone living with cancer - men, women, teens and children - along with their families and friends. Their innovative program is an essential complement to medical care, providing networking and support groups, workshops, education and social activities. www.gildasclub.org
- HealthWell Foundation: This foundation is committed to addressing the needs of individuals with health insurance who cannot afford their copayments, coinsurance, and premiums for important medical treatments. Their vision is to ensure that no patient goes without health care because they cannot afford it. www.healthwellfoundation.org
- Patient Resource Cancer Guide: The goal of Patient Resource is to empower people who are suffering with life-altering diseases by giving them the most comprehensive and up-to-date guides to treatment and facilities for their disease. www.patientresource.net Women Magazine: Dedicated to women's health, Women Magazine offers all women a trusted resource on health and wellness, prevention and issues related to cancer, and other diseases while fostering community and inspiring hope. www.awomanshealth.com